Cornflower 'Amethyst'

Scientific Name: Centaurea montana 'Amethyst'

Common Name: Amethyst Mountain Bluet

Hardiness Zone: 3-9

Hardiness Degree: -40°F (-40°C)

Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer

Plant Habit: Upright, clumping

Characteristics: Amethyst Dream Mountain Bluet is a perennial prized for its striking, amethyst-blue flowers that adorn the plant in late spring to early summer. The flowers have a distinctive fringed appearance and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies to the garden. The foliage is gray-green and forms a dense clump, providing a lovely backdrop to the vibrant blooms.

Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during periods of drought.

Fertilize: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth appears.

Spacing: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) apart

Height: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)

Width: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade, prefers well-drained soil.